19 As for (A)every man to whom God has given riches and wealth, and given him power to eat of it, to receive his [a]heritage and rejoice in his labor—this is the (B)gift of God. 20 For he will not dwell unduly on the days of his life, because God keeps him busy with the joy of his heart.

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Footnotes

  1. Ecclesiastes 5:19 Lit. portion

19 Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions,(A) and the ability to enjoy them,(B) to accept their lot(C) and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God.(D) 20 They seldom reflect on the days of their life, because God keeps them occupied with gladness of heart.(E)

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